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Reporting elder mistreatment

E Capezuti1, B L Brush, W T Lawson

  • 1University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, Philadelphia 19104, USA.

Journal of Gerontological Nursing
|July 1, 1997
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Elder mistreatment, encompassing abuse and neglect, is addressed by Adult Protective Service (APS) programs nationwide. This analysis examines state laws impacting nursing practice and the nurse

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Public Health Law
  • Nursing Practice

Background:

  • Elder mistreatment is a significant public health issue involving abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation of older adults.
  • Adult Protective Service (APS) programs are established in all 50 states and D.C. to address elder mistreatment.
  • State legislation varies regarding APS program scope, funding, and investigative authority.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze critical aspects of state-specific Adult Protective Service (APS) legislation.
  • To examine the impact of APS laws on nursing practice when caring for older adults.
  • To clarify the nurse's role and responsibilities in reporting elder mistreatment.

Main Methods:

  • Review of state statutes authorizing Adult Protective Service (APS) programs.
Keywords:
Legal ApproachProfessional Patient Relationship

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  • Analysis of legislative provisions related to elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
  • Examination of legal frameworks impacting nursing professionals' reporting duties.

    • Main Results:

    • State APS legislation provides varying degrees of authority for investigation and intervention.
    • Specific legal requirements for reporting elder mistreatment differ across states.
    • Nurses' legal obligations and scope of practice in elder mistreatment cases are influenced by state laws.

    Conclusions:

    • Understanding state-specific APS legislation is crucial for nurses to effectively protect older adults.
    • Nurses play a vital role in identifying and reporting elder mistreatment within the existing legal framework.
    • Legislative analysis highlights the need for consistent and robust legal protections for elder populations.